New York

Absolutely, I'd be happy to help plan your family's 8-day trip to New York City! Here's a fun and family-friendly itinerary for you:

Day 1: Arrival

• Check into your hotel and settle in
• Take a leisurely stroll through Central Park
• Enjoy dinner at a family-friendly restaurant in the area

Day 2: Explore Midtown

• Visit iconic landmarks like Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and St. Patrick's Cathedral
• Have lunch at a classic New York deli
• Explore the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) or the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Day 3: Lower Manhattan

• Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
• Explore the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
• Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and explore Brooklyn Heights

Day 4: Museum Day

• Spend the day at the American Museum of Natural History
• Visit the nearby Central Park Zoo
• Enjoy dinner in the Upper West Side

Day 5: Broadway and Times Square

• Catch a matinee Broadway show
• Explore the shops and attractions in Times Square
• Have dinner at a family-friendly restaurant in the area

Day 6: Explore the Village

• Visit Greenwich Village and Washington Square Park
• Explore the High Line park
• Enjoy dinner in the West Village

Day 7: Central Park and Museums

• Spend the morning exploring Central Park by bike or horse carriage
• Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Guggenheim Museum
• Have dinner at a cozy restaurant on the Upper East Side

Day 8: Departure

• Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at a local cafe
• Take a final stroll through a neighborhood you haven't explored yet
• Check out of your hotel and head to the airport for your departure

I hope this itinerary gives you a good mix of iconic sights, cultural experiences, and family-friendly activities during your time in New York City! Let me know if you need any more recommendations or adjustments. Safe travels!